Jeff True

Wyoming's first mile-long horse racing track, Thunder Plains Park, has been approved by the Wyoming Gaming Commission for 16 live race dates in 2025, as well as simulcasting and related activities. While the first racing season will feature temporary structures, the essential components, including barns, racing officials' tower, video patrol towers, and spectator areas, will be in place. The track, located 10 miles east of Cheyenne at Thunder Plains Park, will host its inaugural race day Friday, August 1 with additional race days to follow on August 2, 3, 8-10,...